5 Lies Women Tell Men | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan dives into five common phrases women say that often don’t match what they actually mean. This isn’t about deception or manipulation - it’s about understanding human nature, attraction dynamics, emotional safety, and relationship leadership.

If men build relationships on what’s said instead of what’s actually happening beneath the surface, they risk frustration, confusion, and disconnection.

Ryan breaks down:

• Why “I’m fine” rarely means fine
• The truth behind “He’s just a friend”
• Why women don’t actually want a “nice guy”
• The myth of the “dad bod” preference
• What’s really behind “I don’t need a man”

The goal? Stronger relationships, better discernment, and healthier dynamics between men and women.

Key Takeaways

• Emotional safety determines whether a woman opens up.
• Men must validate before solving.
• Attraction requires strength and stability - not weakness disguised as kindness.
• Fitness signals discipline - but vanity repels.
• Men and women are biologically and socially complementary.
• Leadership in relationships requires discernment, not control.

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